HS FOOTBALL: 83rd Scranton Lions Club Dream Game — City practice

It’s Thursday, and by the time you all may read this, I may be traveling on a 4-hour trip to Washington, D.C. It’s unbelievable and I am still having to slap myself in the cheek, but I am taking my daughter, Meghan, to her first college visit. She has shown an interest in American University. The school reached out to her, we signed up for the freshman tour, and away I go. I wish her the best. I promised to be on my best behavior during the visit. And I am out of the loop for a couple of days.

That doesn’t excuse me from work. I will continue to give you coverage of the 83rd Scranton Lions Club Dream Game the best I can, even remotely.

On Tuesday, I visited the County all-stars, and on Wednesday, I visited the City. And wouldn’t you know it, West Scranton linebacker Isaiah McCloe pointed out that I went to the County practice first. Which is true, but basically I flip a coin and go to one team on the first day and the other the second. And if I could, I would return for a few more visits to keep me out of the office for a little while, at least. But, this summer, my time is short.

OK, quick observation — this team is talented.

There are some quick and athletic players on the field. Throw in the intensity from the guys representing North Pocono and the City squad looks pretty good.